Thanks for all your interesting replies.
Well, I did hear back from the position I interviewed for...their concern was that I would want to
take control and be in charge, based on my prior work history. Hm. I specifically said I didn't WANT to be in charge of anything. However, I am still being considered.
I think this door is closed, and that is ok, but I found it very interesting to hear this.
Moral is, stick with the life plan...do what I came here to do.